Marriage Counseling Therapists in Denver, CO
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Michael Brackett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210 (Online Only)
I also offer pre-marital / marriage guidance, energy healing, Reiki, Neurofeedback, and psychedelic integration.
I offer therapeutic intervention to those needing guidance towards reimagining life. In our work together you will find insights, rediscover hope, & find tangible ways to actualize change. My focus is on empowering you to take the next steps forward. In my process with you we will explore all that it means for you: mind, body, heart, and soul, to rediscover yourself find genuine healing.
I also offer pre-marital / marriage guidance, energy healing, Reiki, Neurofeedback, and psychedelic integration.
I offer therapeutic intervention to those needing guidance towards reimagining life. In our work together you will find insights, rediscover hope, & find tangible ways to actualize change. My focus is on empowering you to take the next steps forward. In my process with you we will explore all that it means for you: mind, body, heart, and soul, to rediscover yourself find genuine healing.
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Rachel Castillo Snitowsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
I can help with: self-esteem, gender identity, sex and sexuality, religious trauma, communication and boundaries, self discovery, grief and loss of all kinds, divorce, ENM, infidelity, infertility, body image, pre-marital, stress, and healthy relationships.
I am a playful and warm-hearted therapist. Authenticity is my love language! As your therapist, I will provide honest & direct feedback, always coupled with kindness and support. I value humor & deep connections. I prefer to be active & dynamic during our sessions, rather than just a passive listener. I have tattoos. Colorful language is welcome in my room. And I love a good meme. I am a mixed-race, queer, neurodivergent woman. I am particularly dedicated to supporting neurodivergent, queer and trans individuals / couples on their journey towards healing and self-discovery. I truly love and honor being a safe space for others.
I can help with: self-esteem, gender identity, sex and sexuality, religious trauma, communication and boundaries, self discovery, grief and loss of all kinds, divorce, ENM, infidelity, infertility, body image, pre-marital, stress, and healthy relationships.
I am a playful and warm-hearted therapist. Authenticity is my love language! As your therapist, I will provide honest & direct feedback, always coupled with kindness and support. I value humor & deep connections. I prefer to be active & dynamic during our sessions, rather than just a passive listener. I have tattoos. Colorful language is welcome in my room. And I love a good meme. I am a mixed-race, queer, neurodivergent woman. I am particularly dedicated to supporting neurodivergent, queer and trans individuals / couples on their journey towards healing and self-discovery. I truly love and honor being a safe space for others.
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Lynnette Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80237
I am a Nationally Certified and Licensed Professional Counselor with specialized training in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
Life can be SO hard, but it can get better! Struggling with life or a relationship? Are you struggling with ANXIETY, depression, or a "transition" from empty-nest, the pain of divorce, parenting issues, loneliness, purpose, and other life-stressors? I was a child of divorce, a stay-at-home mom for 20 years before becoming a counselor, and married since 1983. I work with all couples struggling to stay together and find themselves drifting apart. I also work with parenting issues and teen life struggles. My office is a SAFE place to work through the issues of life that get us all down! Let's start!
I am a Nationally Certified and Licensed Professional Counselor with specialized training in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
Life can be SO hard, but it can get better! Struggling with life or a relationship? Are you struggling with ANXIETY, depression, or a "transition" from empty-nest, the pain of divorce, parenting issues, loneliness, purpose, and other life-stressors? I was a child of divorce, a stay-at-home mom for 20 years before becoming a counselor, and married since 1983. I work with all couples struggling to stay together and find themselves drifting apart. I also work with parenting issues and teen life struggles. My office is a SAFE place to work through the issues of life that get us all down! Let's start!
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August (Formerly Heather) Tousignant-Stanton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80237
Accepting new clients! As a licensed marriage and family therapist & licensed clinical social worker, I help you show up for yourself, your relationship, and your family. As a member of the queer community (agender, pan/lesbian), I have personal/professional experience providing knowledgeable and affirming care for people of many identities and types of relationships, including neurodiversity. I have specific experience working with queer kids/youth and their families; queer kids/youth have unique challenges in coming out, navigating family/peer relationships, interactions with school, and negotiating transition tasks.
Accepting new clients! As a licensed marriage and family therapist & licensed clinical social worker, I help you show up for yourself, your relationship, and your family. As a member of the queer community (agender, pan/lesbian), I have personal/professional experience providing knowledgeable and affirming care for people of many identities and types of relationships, including neurodiversity. I have specific experience working with queer kids/youth and their families; queer kids/youth have unique challenges in coming out, navigating family/peer relationships, interactions with school, and negotiating transition tasks.
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Natasha Peavy - Relationship Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80211
I want to acknowledge that you have taken the first step in your therapy journey: finding someone you align with. Choosing a therapist and committing to your own healing is a beautiful thing, and I'm proud of you for making it this far! A bit about me: I am a marriage & family therapist candidate, and I work with individuals, couples, and families with the goal of helping you heal your relationships. Together, we will unravel negative patterns & rebuild your relationships so that you feel deeply connected with those closest to you.
I want to acknowledge that you have taken the first step in your therapy journey: finding someone you align with. Choosing a therapist and committing to your own healing is a beautiful thing, and I'm proud of you for making it this far! A bit about me: I am a marriage & family therapist candidate, and I work with individuals, couples, and families with the goal of helping you heal your relationships. Together, we will unravel negative patterns & rebuild your relationships so that you feel deeply connected with those closest to you.
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Heather M McPherson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST, AASECT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218
Client seek help with brand new relationships, 30+ years of marriage kind of relationships, non traditional relationships, and previous hurtful relationships/ experiences or previous relationships that have had sexual abuse or trauma.
Are you struggling with your relationships and sexuality? Looking for a specialist that can make talking about sex easier? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. We offer a holistic, gentle yet direct, and tailored approach that includes well-researched theories with a relational foundation. Issues can include communication, fear of sex, relationship conflicts, constant fighting, desire differences, sexual orientation, sexual dysfunction or dissatisfaction, polyamorous/open or kink relationships, "sex or porn addiction" or problematic sexual behaviors, infidelity, trauma or sexless marriages.
Client seek help with brand new relationships, 30+ years of marriage kind of relationships, non traditional relationships, and previous hurtful relationships/ experiences or previous relationships that have had sexual abuse or trauma.
Are you struggling with your relationships and sexuality? Looking for a specialist that can make talking about sex easier? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. We offer a holistic, gentle yet direct, and tailored approach that includes well-researched theories with a relational foundation. Issues can include communication, fear of sex, relationship conflicts, constant fighting, desire differences, sexual orientation, sexual dysfunction or dissatisfaction, polyamorous/open or kink relationships, "sex or porn addiction" or problematic sexual behaviors, infidelity, trauma or sexless marriages.
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My practice was recognized as one of the three best marriage practices in Denver 2019-2023 (ThreeBestRated.
I help clients see that change and growth are an inside job. When people feel unhappy they often look to other people, career, money and substances to make them feel better. This doesn't work long-term and only creates dependencies that harm them. For many, struggles are rooted in childhood experiences with less than ideal parenting and attachment patterns. Helping my clients to resolve and move past family of origin wounds, identify and eliminate destructive beliefs from their childhood and the behavior created from these beliefs, allows clients the ability to embrace their own lives and opens the door into joy & personal freedom.
My practice was recognized as one of the three best marriage practices in Denver 2019-2023 (ThreeBestRated.
I help clients see that change and growth are an inside job. When people feel unhappy they often look to other people, career, money and substances to make them feel better. This doesn't work long-term and only creates dependencies that harm them. For many, struggles are rooted in childhood experiences with less than ideal parenting and attachment patterns. Helping my clients to resolve and move past family of origin wounds, identify and eliminate destructive beliefs from their childhood and the behavior created from these beliefs, allows clients the ability to embrace their own lives and opens the door into joy & personal freedom.
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My clients typically want relief from 1) life stress related to being a high-achieving working professional, student, or healthcare provider 2) relationship, marital, or family difficulties 3) overwhelming feelings of insecurity, shame, or anger 4) difficulties processing grief, loss, or trauma 5) anxiety, overanalyzing, or irritability.
Welcome! While finding a new therapist can be daunting, I hope this page can give you the information and encouragement you need as you take this important next step. My passion as a therapist lies in providing a space for you to 1) better understand yourself and your goals, 2) determine what is working for you and what may not be, and 3) feel emboldened to approach life in new and meaningful ways. It is my hope that our time together will help you to release yourself from patterns that have left you feeling stuck, and instead, find the space and freedom to explore what’s most important to you.
My clients typically want relief from 1) life stress related to being a high-achieving working professional, student, or healthcare provider 2) relationship, marital, or family difficulties 3) overwhelming feelings of insecurity, shame, or anger 4) difficulties processing grief, loss, or trauma 5) anxiety, overanalyzing, or irritability.
Welcome! While finding a new therapist can be daunting, I hope this page can give you the information and encouragement you need as you take this important next step. My passion as a therapist lies in providing a space for you to 1) better understand yourself and your goals, 2) determine what is working for you and what may not be, and 3) feel emboldened to approach life in new and meaningful ways. It is my hope that our time together will help you to release yourself from patterns that have left you feeling stuck, and instead, find the space and freedom to explore what’s most important to you.
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Cecilia Kim Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80202 (Online Only)
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist providing tele-therapy services in Colorado and California.
Welcome! I would love the opportunity to work with you as your therapist. We all experience situations where we feel stuck and need guidance on how to move forward in a positive direction. I will help you identify and deconstruct internalized beliefs and establish effective ways of coping so you can continue to live your life in a way that feels authentic and empowering. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, trauma or anxiety, I'm here to help.
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist providing tele-therapy services in Colorado and California.
Welcome! I would love the opportunity to work with you as your therapist. We all experience situations where we feel stuck and need guidance on how to move forward in a positive direction. I will help you identify and deconstruct internalized beliefs and establish effective ways of coping so you can continue to live your life in a way that feels authentic and empowering. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, trauma or anxiety, I'm here to help.
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Welcome! I am passionate about helping you become a more whole version of yourself and am honored to work alongside you in therapy. Together we will be curious about your internal world and the experiences that have impacted your story. I can help you process and heal from anxiety, relational wounds, marital conflict, or past and current traumas. We will work together on this journey of self-discovery through looking inward and nurturing your core self.
Welcome! I am passionate about helping you become a more whole version of yourself and am honored to work alongside you in therapy. Together we will be curious about your internal world and the experiences that have impacted your story. I can help you process and heal from anxiety, relational wounds, marital conflict, or past and current traumas. We will work together on this journey of self-discovery through looking inward and nurturing your core self.
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Daniel Menely
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, BCC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80206 (Online Only)
For couples, I utilize The Gottman Method, assisting premarital and marital couples who are at decision points, hoping to build a stronger foundation for dealing with conflict navigation, expressing more positive feelings, and wanting to connect better.
Couples who begin to work with me are often arguing over trivial matters, wondering why gridlock is happening now when it never used to.The same issues keep coming up, and processing it only leaves you feeling exhausted and isolated. Nothing changes and the conflict involves pointing fingers, bringing up past wrongs, and tearing each other down. Money-related fights may add strain, perhaps alongside issues involving alcohol, pornography, or betrayal. Intimacy is lacking, leaving you both feeling unloved. What if you had the tools to fix your relationship? A playbook for the hard times but also a playbook to have way more good times?
For couples, I utilize The Gottman Method, assisting premarital and marital couples who are at decision points, hoping to build a stronger foundation for dealing with conflict navigation, expressing more positive feelings, and wanting to connect better.
Couples who begin to work with me are often arguing over trivial matters, wondering why gridlock is happening now when it never used to.The same issues keep coming up, and processing it only leaves you feeling exhausted and isolated. Nothing changes and the conflict involves pointing fingers, bringing up past wrongs, and tearing each other down. Money-related fights may add strain, perhaps alongside issues involving alcohol, pornography, or betrayal. Intimacy is lacking, leaving you both feeling unloved. What if you had the tools to fix your relationship? A playbook for the hard times but also a playbook to have way more good times?
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Angela Marie Shelley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-C
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80209
My specialty is with Individuals and Couples working through their relational and intimacy issues. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals find or re-discover their fire in their relationship. Do you have trouble in relationships? Do you have conflict in your marriage? Does one partner have a different libido or desire than another? Do you struggle with ED or PE? Do you or your partner have different fantasies or desires you would like to explore? Is there shame or pain related to sex? These are all different areas in which I specialize in treatment.
My specialty is with Individuals and Couples working through their relational and intimacy issues. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals find or re-discover their fire in their relationship. Do you have trouble in relationships? Do you have conflict in your marriage? Does one partner have a different libido or desire than another? Do you struggle with ED or PE? Do you or your partner have different fantasies or desires you would like to explore? Is there shame or pain related to sex? These are all different areas in which I specialize in treatment.
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Lou Ashcraft
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80218 (Online Only)
I know finding the right fit for a therapist can be a bit like shopping for a sofa: try a bunch before finding the one that makes you want to rest and stay a while. I’ll offer a few details that might make this process feel a little more directive. I am a licensed professional counselor and a marriage and family therapist candidate. My work is relational at its core, whether I am working with individuals, or larger units. Those who seem to get the most out of working with me are in touch with their internal emotional landscapes and interested in being active participants in their healing.
I know finding the right fit for a therapist can be a bit like shopping for a sofa: try a bunch before finding the one that makes you want to rest and stay a while. I’ll offer a few details that might make this process feel a little more directive. I am a licensed professional counselor and a marriage and family therapist candidate. My work is relational at its core, whether I am working with individuals, or larger units. Those who seem to get the most out of working with me are in touch with their internal emotional landscapes and interested in being active participants in their healing.
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My areas of special training and expertise include: marital and couples therapy; resolution of conflict and other relationship difficulties; mood and anxiety disorders; sex and sexuality; infertility; stress management; adjustment to major life transitions; professional ethics and supervision.
Clients who benefit most from working with me are interested in gaining self-awareness, improving interpersonal relationships, and enhancing how they experience life. Therapy with me often focuses on understanding emotional patterns and developing new coping strategies. While therapeutic work is often aimed at resolving a current crisis, many clients find that linking current issues to past experiences is helpful in promoting personal growth rather than just fixing a situation.
My areas of special training and expertise include: marital and couples therapy; resolution of conflict and other relationship difficulties; mood and anxiety disorders; sex and sexuality; infertility; stress management; adjustment to major life transitions; professional ethics and supervision.
Clients who benefit most from working with me are interested in gaining self-awareness, improving interpersonal relationships, and enhancing how they experience life. Therapy with me often focuses on understanding emotional patterns and developing new coping strategies. While therapeutic work is often aimed at resolving a current crisis, many clients find that linking current issues to past experiences is helpful in promoting personal growth rather than just fixing a situation.
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Carol Mascarenhas Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210 (Online Only)
I enjoy being a Marriage and Family Therapist because it examines the influences throughout a person's life that have made them who they are rather than jumping to any conclusions about them.
As first generation to Indian parents, I saw my parents struggle with cultural differences. They were raised with similar upbringings; however, their beliefs about relationships were starkly different. I never witnessed them talking about their struggles, but rather, they seemed to view their relationship as what was to be expected. Witnessing this relationship dynamic taught me the importance of bringing differences to the forefront. We get so many messages about who we are supposed to be from family, friends, and society. Relationships bring two people with multi-faceted identities together, therefore, it's only natural for relationship issues to arise.
I enjoy being a Marriage and Family Therapist because it examines the influences throughout a person's life that have made them who they are rather than jumping to any conclusions about them.
As first generation to Indian parents, I saw my parents struggle with cultural differences. They were raised with similar upbringings; however, their beliefs about relationships were starkly different. I never witnessed them talking about their struggles, but rather, they seemed to view their relationship as what was to be expected. Witnessing this relationship dynamic taught me the importance of bringing differences to the forefront. We get so many messages about who we are supposed to be from family, friends, and society. Relationships bring two people with multi-faceted identities together, therefore, it's only natural for relationship issues to arise.
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Angela Shelley - Affordable Couples Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MS, MFTC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80209
My specialty is with Individuals and Couples working through their relational and intimacy issues. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals find or re-discover their fire in their relationship. Do you have trouble in relationships? Do you have conflict in your marriage? Does one partner have a different libido or desire than another? Do you want to open up your relationship and explore different polyamorous lifestyle options? Do you or your partner have different fantasies or desires you would like to explore? Is there shame or pain related to sex? These are all areas where I specialize in treatment.
My specialty is with Individuals and Couples working through their relational and intimacy issues. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals find or re-discover their fire in their relationship. Do you have trouble in relationships? Do you have conflict in your marriage? Does one partner have a different libido or desire than another? Do you want to open up your relationship and explore different polyamorous lifestyle options? Do you or your partner have different fantasies or desires you would like to explore? Is there shame or pain related to sex? These are all areas where I specialize in treatment.
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Kirsten Kunkle Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80237
As a therapist I work to help couples, families, and individuals live more fulfilling lives by facilitating deeper connections between themselves and others. I help people to create more joy, peace and freedom by addressing the issues that distress them and conflicts that get in their way. I work with an attachment focus honoring the mind-body-spirit connection. I help people lead more authentic lives and to cultivate compassionate connections with themselves and others. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Approved AAMFT Supervisor. I look forward to helping you on your journey.
As a therapist I work to help couples, families, and individuals live more fulfilling lives by facilitating deeper connections between themselves and others. I help people to create more joy, peace and freedom by addressing the issues that distress them and conflicts that get in their way. I work with an attachment focus honoring the mind-body-spirit connection. I help people lead more authentic lives and to cultivate compassionate connections with themselves and others. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Approved AAMFT Supervisor. I look forward to helping you on your journey.
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Colorado Relationship Recovery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80222
Then, you will meet your couples therapist to devise a plan to move out of disconnection and into connection and passion in your relationship or marriage.
Disconnection hurts. It creates confusion, loneliness, anger, and sadness, and eventually, it can lead to breakups or divorce. Disconnection can look like existing as roommates, nitpicking, constantly fighting, or some of all of the above. Colorado Relationship Recovery guides you two back to connection, peace, trust, and passion. We know how challenging relationships can be, and we apply our frame in our own relationships. We'll be able to help you two get through to each other armed with communication tools. We believe everyone deserves a healthy relationship, and if motivated, we can guide you two there.
Then, you will meet your couples therapist to devise a plan to move out of disconnection and into connection and passion in your relationship or marriage.
Disconnection hurts. It creates confusion, loneliness, anger, and sadness, and eventually, it can lead to breakups or divorce. Disconnection can look like existing as roommates, nitpicking, constantly fighting, or some of all of the above. Colorado Relationship Recovery guides you two back to connection, peace, trust, and passion. We know how challenging relationships can be, and we apply our frame in our own relationships. We'll be able to help you two get through to each other armed with communication tools. We believe everyone deserves a healthy relationship, and if motivated, we can guide you two there.
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I am a Registered Psychotherapist with my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with individuals, couples, and families, adolescents and teenagers, facing a variety of challenges. I have a variety of therapy experience including facilitating traditional therapy sessions, working with children in a school setting and supporting family therapy sessions. I am passionate about providing a safe space for people to share thoughts and feelings about what they are experiencing. I use a variety of approaches to help support and guide you through this process depending on what your needs are. I am also fluent in Russian.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist with my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with individuals, couples, and families, adolescents and teenagers, facing a variety of challenges. I have a variety of therapy experience including facilitating traditional therapy sessions, working with children in a school setting and supporting family therapy sessions. I am passionate about providing a safe space for people to share thoughts and feelings about what they are experiencing. I use a variety of approaches to help support and guide you through this process depending on what your needs are. I am also fluent in Russian.
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A marital and family therapist, certified step-family therapist, a licensed California attorney, divorce mediator, collaborative law practitioner who has lived internationally (India and Mexico), I use my unusual combined expertise to advise diverse couples as they address legal, financial, property, cultural and emotional aspects of their relationships.
I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples to uncover their limiting beliefs, discover inner strengths and create a vision of how to enhance their relationships. Ideally, clients are eager to learn how to speak their truth and are open to making changes in their lives to improve their situations. Using models of John Gottman, Sue Johnson, NLP, IFS, science-based relationship enhancement techniques, I enjoy helping clients who come to sessions willing to identify the root of their struggles, set goals and create a plan to develop skills to navigate life's ever-changing circumstances. Texas license applied for.
A marital and family therapist, certified step-family therapist, a licensed California attorney, divorce mediator, collaborative law practitioner who has lived internationally (India and Mexico), I use my unusual combined expertise to advise diverse couples as they address legal, financial, property, cultural and emotional aspects of their relationships.
I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples to uncover their limiting beliefs, discover inner strengths and create a vision of how to enhance their relationships. Ideally, clients are eager to learn how to speak their truth and are open to making changes in their lives to improve their situations. Using models of John Gottman, Sue Johnson, NLP, IFS, science-based relationship enhancement techniques, I enjoy helping clients who come to sessions willing to identify the root of their struggles, set goals and create a plan to develop skills to navigate life's ever-changing circumstances. Texas license applied for.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.